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RFA CREOSOL

The RFA Creosol, a tanker sunk in 1918, lies upright at 44 meters, a proper dive for those who appreciate history and depth. We love this site for its intactness; the structure is remarkably preserved, offering a fantastic sense of scale as you descend. Expect to see the bow pointing north, the stern to the south, with the triple-expansion engine a prominent feature midships. This wreck, roughly 67 meters long, provides plenty to explore without feeling overwhelming. Our favourite part is navigating the cargo holds, now home to a surprising number of wrasse and ling, and the odd conger eel peeking from behind twisted metal. Visibility can be hit or miss, typical for the East Coast, but on a good day, the Creosol looms out of the green, an impressive artificial reef colonised by plumose anemones and dead man’s fingers. This is a dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts comfortable with deeper profiles and the often-chilly Scottish waters.